Easy MCQ +4 / -1 PYQ · JEE Mains 2021

The number of real solutions of the equation, x2 $-$ |x| $-$ 12 = 0 is :

  1. A 2 Correct answer
  2. B 3
  3. C 1
  4. D 4

Solution

|x|<sup>2</sup> $-$ |x| $-$ 12 = 0<br><br>$\Rightarrow$ (|x| + 3)(|x| $-$ 4) = 0<br><br>$\Rightarrow$ |x| = 4 <br><br>$\Rightarrow$ x = $\pm$4

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Subject: Mathematics · Chapter: Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations · Topic: Complex Numbers and Argand Plane

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